Puerto Vallarta is still recovering from the aftermath of Hurricane Lidia, which toppled nearly 960 trees. In response, Councilor María Elena Curiel Preciado is leading a community-driven initiative, 'Replanting Puerto Vallarta Trees,' to restore the city's greenery and ecological balance.
In preparation for the upcoming Day of the Dead celebrations, Puerto Vallarta is gearing up for enhanced security measures. From Oct 30-Nov 2, at least 200 members of the Citizen Security Directorate will be stationed to protect cemeteries and popular recreational areas in this vibrant tourist destination.
According to the most recent INEGI National Urban Public Security Survey (ENSU), corresponding to the third quarter of 2023, Puerto Vallarta remains the safest city in Jalisco, and has re-emerged as one of Mexico's safest cities, ranking fifth in the country.
From time-honored celebrations steeped in Mexican heritage to exciting experiences showcasing the region's culinary excellence and picturesque coastline, Puerto Vallarta promises visitors unforgettable moments in the months ahead. This fall and winter, a variety of exciting events will give visitors a taste of the city’s diverse offerings.
In a remarkable display of humanitarian collaboration, 50+ crew members with the visiting U.S. Coast Guard ship, the USCGC Waesche, joined with several members of American Legion Post 12 Banderas Bay and ANAVETS Unit 19 Puerto Vallarta to support community clean-up efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Lydia this past Tuesday, October 17.
For more than week now, a dedicated team of municipal employees has been working tirelessly to clean up and repair the city after the passage of Hurricane Lidia. Their unwavering commitment has played a crucial role in Puerto Vallarta's recovery process and has demonstrated the city's unity and strength in the face of adversity.
Puerto Vallarta, a popular destination on Mexico's Pacific coast, may have fewer international cruise ships arriving compared to places like Ensenada in Baja California and Cabo San Lucas in Baja California Sur, but it still holds a special place on the Mexican Pacific Riviera route. It's all thanks to the charm it offers to cruise travelers.
As part of the State of Jalisco’s seasonal influenza vaccination campaign for the 2023-2024 winter season, which began on October 9, and ends on March 31, 2024, free flu shots are currently being administered in local health centers and hospitals. However, Covid-19 vaccines are NOT available in Vallarta at this time.
Puerto Vallarta is set to dazzle with its upcoming Día de los Muertos festivities, featuring the 'World's Largest Catrina'. The city is gearing up for a vibrant celebration that blends tradition and innovation to honor and revel in the spirit of the departed.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lidia, residents in several Puerto Vallarta neighborhoods are grappling with a prolonged power outage. Despite the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) working diligently, some areas have been without electricity since Tuesday night, leading to growing frustration among the affected residents.
